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Christmas isn't far from the corner and many of us are waiting eagerly for it to come as soon as possilble.

Tesco customers have been left furious after having to wait hours in a virtual queue to secure a Christmas delivery slot. This morning the supermarket released slots for the week starting 21. Well, we've looked at what some of the major supermarket brands are currently saying and when the spaces will open up and when you should book your slot. According to Tesco, delivery slots. Online grocery specialist Ocado has said its Christmas slots were already booked out but more might be made available in early December. Sainsbury’s will release its delivery slots on 29. Food delivery slots for key festive dates - including Christmas Eve - have already sold out at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Asda. Tesco is urging people to shop in store if possible to free up delivery.

2020 has been one of the most depressing years for decades and the new coronavirus rules could threaten much of the festive season.

But one thing was can look forward to is the Christmas dinner and all the amazing food that comes with that. Many supermarkets have already released their Christmas food plans that you can salivate over.

Soon, or if not right now, you might be eyeing up your favourites from a supermarket but you might be wondering when you can book and how early you should book.

Well, we've looked at what some of the major supermarket brands are currently saying and when the spaces will open up and when you should book your slot.

Tesco

According to Tesco, delivery slots for Christmas is launching on November 13th for delivery saver customers and November 20 for non-delivery savers.

The Tesco website says: 'Slots fill up quickly so make sure you get a slot' If you think you're going to forget, you can add a calendar reminder so you can grab your food.

Asda

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Asda has confirmed that its delivery slots will open on November 6 but for those with a delivery pass, you can pre-order your food on October 30.

The website says: 'Our delicious Food to Order range includes starters, mains, desserts and party foods, as well as a selection of vegan foods. Whether delivered to your door or collected from your local store, your festive feast will make it a Christmas to be remembered'.

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Morrisons

Morrisons has yet to confirm when its Christmas slots will open. However last year, they opened on November 6 for delivery pass members.

It is unknown when the slots will open up for those without a delivery pass.

Sainsbury's

Sainsbury's doesn't appear to have said anything about Christmas delivery slots this year. However, the site is allowing you to order all your food in advance and then choose a collection slot.

The website reads: 'Take the stress out of Christmas with Sainsbury’s Food to order. It’s easy. Simply order your special Christmas meal or impressive Boxing Day buffet and leave the rest to us. We'll make sure it's ready for the big day, so you can enjoy the festivities'.

Waitrose

Waitrose has warned customers that delivery slot interest is 'high' and is allowing people to have a look at 'entertaining slots' which may indicate when they can get their food delivered.

You can order two weeks in advance for delivery.

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ASDA, Sainsbury's and Tesco all have new Christmas shopping updates for their customers.

With just a few days left until Christmas, many of us are starting to stock up for our festive supplies.

But with next week predicted to be the busiest time for supermarkets, now stores have updated their rules in a bid to keep customers safe during the pandemic.

As well as extended opening hours and more delivery slots, ASDA has even introduced virtual queues to stop crowds of people gathering.

Here’s all the updated festive supermarket rules…

ASDA

As well as Safety Marshalls keeping an eye on customers, and social distancing signs in place, ASDA has now introduced their brand new virtual queueing at over 400 of their biggest stores.

By scanning a QR code from posters at the stores, you can queue on your phone, rather than in person

This means that nobody has to stand outside in the cold while waiting to pick up their turkey.

When it is almost your turn to enter the store, you will get a text to let you know.

The store will also be delivering Christmas groceries between December 21 and 23 with slots available to book online.

While many of these slots are already full, customers can use click and collect to avoid going inside.

Sainsbury’s

Sainsbury’s has extended its opening hours this Christmas with most stores open from 6am until midnight between December 21 and December 23.

Retail and Digital Director at Sainsbury's, Clodagh Moriarty said: 'In a year like no other, we want to do everything we can to help our customers celebrate Christmas, making sure they have everything they need to make the festive season as special as possible.

'We also want to make sure customers and colleagues are kept safe, which is why we're opening our stores for longer and encouraging people to shop early and asking them to shop alone, where possible, this Christmas.

'This will help customers get in and out of shops quickly and safely and make sure everyone has what they need in plenty of time for the big day.'

Customers are also encouraged to shop alone regardless of what Tier they are in, while hand sanitising stations are still available across all stores.

Tesco

Tesco has made more delivery slots available online this Christmas, but they have already been filling up fast.

A statement on their website read: 'We're really sorry but we now have very few slots left for 20–24 December. We're experiencing high demand for slots around Christmas.

'We're sorry if you're not able to book your preferred slot. Take a look at the following tips to help you manage your Christmas shopping with Tesco.'

Shoppers can also pre-order their Christmas food and pick it up in store with click and collect.

Asda Delivery Online

Tesco will keep over 300 of its largest-format branches open for 24 hours from December 14 until Christmas Eve.

Other branches will have opening times extended by one hour during the same period.

Morrisons

Morrisons has now released its Christmas Food to Order 2020 option which can be collected or delivered.

They also have a Christmas Dinner for Two Box service available to help ensure that self-isolating customers get everything they need.

Aldi

In the run up to Christmas, Aldi is also extending its opening hours for any last-minute shoppers.

Stores will also be opening until 6pm on Christmas Eve, while there is also a click and collect service available across many stores.

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Marks & Spencer

Along with many other supermarkets, Marks & Spencer is extending the opening hours before Christmas.

The majority of M&S stores will be open until midnight on 21, 22 and 23 December.

Their ‘Sparks book and shop’ online reservation service will allow customers to book a guaranteed 30 minute slot on the M&S website.

M&S will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day to allow staff to spend more time with their loved ones.

Lidl

Lidl stores will be running reduced hours on December 24, with stores closing early at 7pm on Christmas Eve.